1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
